Who is Victor Blackwell?

Victor Blackwell is an American television news anchor who works at the CNN Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Victor Blackwell is well-known for his work on CNN Newsroom and New Day Weekend at 10 a.m. on Saturdays. He is also noted for his coverage of major stories such as the Orlando Pulse nightclub shooting, a demonstration following the death of Freddie Gray, Hurricane Harvey, and Irna.

Victor Blackwell – Birth, Parents, Siblings & Education

Victor Blackwell was born in 1981 in Baltimore. His birthday is September 25th, and he was born under the sign of Libra.

He is of African-American origin and of American nationality.

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In terms of education, Victor was a class president at Milford Mill Academy in 1999.

He then earned a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism from Howard University in Washington, D.C.

He worked at Howard University’s public television station, WHUT-TV, at the time.

Net Worth of Victor Blackwell? Salary, Earning

Victor Blackwell, an American television news anchor, and CNN host has a whopping net worth of about $1 million.

He earn between $79,000 and $99,000 per year.

Facts of Victor Blackwell

Relationship, Married life, Boyfriend/Girlfriend

Victor Blackwell hasn’t spoken publicly about his personal life or relationship.

On the 21st of December 2013, he disclosed being gay with his co-host, Sandy Brown, and guest, Jimmy Alexander. He said I am a gay black dude.

Furthermore, Victor has never been linked or rumored to have a boyfriend/partner.

Similarly, there is no information about him having children, but he is the godfather of two children.

On March 21, 2017, he posted a photo of himself with two children.

Body Measurement- Height, Weight, Hair Color

Victor Blackwell’s height and weight are currently unknown. He’s got a black eye.

Victor Blackwell – Professional Career

Blackwell began his career as a reporter and fill-in anchor at WHAG-TV in Hagerstown, Maryland.

He then worked as a reporter and anchor at WTLV/WJXX in Jacksonville, Florida.

He was also the first black primary anchor at WPBF in West Palm Beach, Florida.

His career eventually gained prominence when he joined CNN in 2012. There, he was hired as a correspondent for CNN’s southeast bureau.

He also covered major stories such as Hurricanes Harvey and Irma (2017), the Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando (2016), protests in his hometown of Baltimore following the death of Freddie Gray (2015), exclusive reporting on Superstorm Sandy recovery (2012), and the death of Georgia teen Kendrick Johnson (2013).

During his career, he received a Regional Emmy Award for Outstanding Feature Reporting.

Victor was also nominated for a Regional Emmy in 2007, 2008, and 2011. He also earned the Unity Award and a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award.

Victor Blackwell – Social Media Status

In terms of Victor’s social media presence, he is active on platforms such as Instagram, and Twitter.

Blackwell’s official Instagram account has 22.1k followers. His Twitter account has 81.1k followers.

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Quick Facts of Victor Blackwell

• Victor is famous for serving in the 10 am Saturday hour of CNN Newsroom and New Day Weekend.
• He is also known for covering top stories like the Orlando Pulse Shooting, a protest following the death of Freddie Gray, Hurricane Harvey, and Irna.
• Victor was born in Baltimore in 1981.
• His net worth is $1 million but he earns a salary between $79k-99k annually.
• Victor became the first black main anchor to serve at WPBF in West Palm Beach, Florida.
• He hasn’t been linked nor rumored with any boyfriend/partner to this date.
• There isn’t any news of Victor having children but he is the godfather of two children.